Power Balls (Easy, Gluten Free, No Bake)

caitlinbrae — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:53:00 +0000

These power balls make the perfect grab and go snack. They are made from a mixture of oats and peanut butter and are sweetened with dates and chocolate.

Power Balls

These healthier, no bake balls make the perfect breakfast, post workout treat, or grab and go snack. They are so easy to whip up and can be made in under 10 minutes. Also, these power balls are great to keep on hand for when that afternoon hunger rolls around!

If you have oats, nut butter, dates and chocolate, you’re good to go! What’s great about this recipe is that it requires minimal ingredients and they are so versatile. If you don’t have chocolate chips, no problem! Use raisins instead. If you love almond butter use that instead of peanut butter. When it comes to these power balls the options are really endless!

Not only are these no bake balls versatile, they are also great in a wide variety of settings. Here are a few ways they can be enjoyed:

As breakfast on the go
A mid morning snack
An afternoon snack
Pre work out fuel
After dinner dessert
Post workout snack

And the list goes on! I hope you love these power balls as much as I do. Keep reading to find the full instructions.

Why you’ll love these power balls

Well, firstly, they are made with just four ingredients!

They are so easy to make.

No bake energy balls make the perfect snack or dessert.

They are made with wholesome ingredients.

Date balls can be made gluten free by using gluten free oats.

They are so versatile!

You can take them on the go.

Ingredients needed to make these power balls

You only need 4 simple ingredients to make this recipe. Yup, just 4 ingredients!

Oats are one of the the main ingredients and help add structure. You can use rolled oats or quick oats.

Natural creamy peanut butter adds flavor and helps bind everything together. Natural peanut butter tends to be very oily so make sure you give it a good stir before measuring!

Dates bind everything together and add all natural sweetness! Make sure your dates are pitted.

Lastly, chocolate chips! These are dairy free chocolate chips and you can find them on Amazon or at your local grocery store. Mini chocolate chips work best as they fold into the power balls easily.

What makes these energy balls healthy

Since this recipe is loaded with wholesome ingredients, you can consider this snack recipe on the nutritious side!

Oats are a great source of fiber, vitamins, minerals and whole grains! They are 100% whole grain and can contribute to your overall health.

Natural creamy peanut butter is made with the two ingredients: peanuts and salt. Other types of peanut butter tend to be loaded with chemicals and preservatives so that’s why natural peanut butter is best. Along with being absolutely delicious, peanut butter is loaded with natural healthy fats and protein!

Dates are high in fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients. They are also naturally sweet!

How to make this power ball recipe

To make this recipe, simply follow the steps below.

Soak the dates in hot water. Soak the dates in hot water for 10 minutes and make sure to reserve the soaking water!

Add the dates to the food processor along with 2 tablespoons of date water and pulse 3-5 times.

Now add in the oats and peanut butter. Pulse until the mixture comes together.

Add chocolate and more date water. Pulse a few more times until combined,

Roll into balls. Using your hands take about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until you have 20 energy bites.

Enjoy!

How to store power balls

Store these power balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week! Pack them in your lunchbox for a mid morning or late afternoon snack. They will keep your hunger at bay and can give you a boost of energy.

Variations and substitutes

For this recipe, you can use whole oats or quick oats. Since we are blending them in a food processor either option will work.

This recipe calls for natural creamy peanut butter. However, feel free to use any creamy nut butter you prefer! Almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower butter are also great options.

Instead of milk chocolate chips add dark chocolate chips or white chocolate chips!

Instead of chocolate chips add in a handful of raisins for natural sweetness. You could even add dried cranberries too!

Other no bake recipes you’ll love

If you love these energy balls, certainly try some of my other favorite recipes below.

Mound Bars with Sea Salt

No Bake Power Bars

Healthy Cookie Dough Balls

Easy and Healthy Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

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